installaties

Installaties, or installations, refer to the systems and equipment that enable a facility to function. They include the infrastructure, components, and controls used to provide services such as electricity, water, climate control, safety, and process capability within buildings, factories, and other sites.

Common categories of installations include electrical installations (cables, distribution boards, switchgear, lighting, and grounding); plumbing and heating (water supply and drainage, boilers, piping, fixtures); ventilation and air conditioning (ductwork, fans, air handling units); fire protection systems (alarms, sprinklers); process installations in industry (piping, pumps, vessels, instrumentation); and building automation and data networks.

Design and planning involve engineers, architects, and contractors coordinating to meet applicable codes and standards. Key goals are safety, reliability, energy efficiency, and maintainability. Risk assessment, compatibility with other building systems, and lifecycle considerations are commonly addressed during design.

Construction and commissioning cover installation, connection, testing, and validation of components. Commissioning results are documented in drawings, manuals, and test reports to verify that systems operate as intended under real conditions.

Operation and maintenance ensure long-term performance. Facilities managers perform routine inspections, preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, and periodic upgrades, supported by record-keeping and spare-parts inventories. Safety regulations, permits, and training govern everyday work on installations.